The bill amends the Second Amendment Protection Act in Wyoming by introducing new provisions that create civil penalties for governmental entities that violate specific regulations regarding firearms, accessories, and ammunition. It establishes that a governmental entity can be held liable for damages resulting from violations of the law, specifically W.S. 9-14-203. The bill also clarifies definitions and expands the scope of immunity for governmental entities and their employees, while also detailing exceptions to this immunity. Notably, it prohibits the use of state resources to enforce federal regulations related to firearms, with specific exceptions for providing assistance in certain circumstances.

Additionally, the bill imposes a civil penalty of $50,000 for each violation against law-abiding citizens regarding the enforcement of federal acts related to firearms. It outlines the conditions under which public officers or peace officers may be held liable for their actions and specifies that sovereign immunity cannot be used as a defense in these cases. The bill further defines terms such as "law abiding citizen" and "material aid," and it is set to take effect on July 1, 2025.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 1-39-103, 1-39-104, 9-14-203